Two coloring schemes exist for electrode placement, originating from two standards bodies: the American Heart Association (AHA) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The coloring scheme followed in this book adheres to the standard advocated by the AHA (refer to Table 4.1).
North America uses the AHA standards and Europe follows the IEC. Other regions are mixed. Knowing the standards in your region ensures correct electrode placement.
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